Paula the Waldensian by Eva Lecomte

(my cover is different, but this one fits the story better )

“Into the home of an interesting but self-centered family in old France comes Paula, a young orphaned cousin, from the little village of Villar, in the Waldensian Valley. Though living very simply, tending cows, goats, sheep and rabbits, Paula has been brought up to know the scriptures. Her Lord and His Word are the center of her life, and she can no more keep this good news to herself than she can stop breathing or eating. This causes a good many complications, for her cousins’ home was one where ‘religion’ was a forbidden subject, never to be mentioned, and Paula soon found herself forbidden to read her own precious Bible. Paula’s loving obedience, her happy friendliness and charm, her overflowing love for everyone she meets, win the hearts of all, family and neighbors alike, and cause many a change in the French countryside.” ~from Google Books

Title: Paula the Waldensian

Author: Eva Lecomte

Genre(s): Christian Fiction

Rating: ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ (five stars)

Romance Content: None whatsoever

Recommended age range: Some intense scenes; maybe 10+?

My Review:

This was an endearing and convicting story. Although some might find it predictable, I found it sweet. Paula is a good example of “letting your light so shine before men” and loving others. She ministered to everyone and strived to obey God rather than men. This was a wonderful story, and I think it would be good for every Christian to read! You can buy it very inexpensively online.

Just a note, there was a mention of a Christmas tree, and at one point Paula tells Lisita that she is not wicked… when she really is, since she’s not saved. I’m not sure what was meant by that comment. But overall, I agreed with most of the things in this book.